Home Events Exercises Resources Therapists About us Francais
   
Lymphedema Basics
Risk Reduction
Treatment
Self Management
MUHC Lymphedema Project
Dr. Lette’s Home Arm Volumeter
Medical Expenses
LAQ Membership
Donations
Advertisers
Contact Us
Links
Site Map
Related Links

Related links


The following list of links is for your information and further research. Most are to non-profit, government and community sites with information about lymphedema. The LAQ does not endorse and is not responsible for the information on these sites. Read and consider all information carefully and consult with health care professionals before making a decision about your lymphedema care.

Lymphedema information and support

Alberta Lymphedema Learning Association
Charitable organization that aims to help people living with, or at risk of, lymphedema.

Breast Cancer.org Excellent information on breast cancer related lymphedema. Ask the Experts section very helpful.

British Lymphology Society and Lymphedema Support Network


For professionals and patients.
Children with Lymphedema Support group for families and caregivers of children with lymphedema.

eLymphnotes

Provides lymphedema awareness tools and educational materials.

Israel Lymphedema Treatment and Education Information about lymphedema and other edemas, principles of treatment for lymphedema and practical skills for planning and performing lymphedema treatment.

Lebed Method Exercise system stimulating lymphatic flow.

Lymphedema Association of Australia Encourages research into lymphoedema (lymphedema) and its treatment, and provides information to doctors, therapists and patients.

Lymphology Association of North America Non-profit corporation of healthcare professionals experienced in the field of lymphology and lymphedema.

Lymphnotes information resource and support group for people with lymphedema and those who care for them.

Lymphedema On-Line Support


An on-line support group for those with lymphedema.
Lymphedema People A supportive site for those living with lymphedema, run by people with lymphedema.

Lymphovenous Association of Ontario Increasing awareness of the public, health care professionals, and those with lymphovenous disorders, about causes and treatments.

Lymphovenous Canada Links people in Canada with dysfunctioning lymphatic systems with health care professionals and support groups On-line chat groups, new research, treatment centres.

National Lymphedema Network (NLN) A U.S. non-profit organization, with many education materials and information on latest research.

The Coalition for Quality Healthcare Nevada group advocating more sensible healthcare coverage for lymphatic and vascular diseases.

Vascular Web Provided by the Society for Vascular Surgery.

The Dr. Vodder School - North America Training programs for therapists. Books and videos available.


Cancer information

Breast Cancer.org
http://www.breastcancer.org

Canadian Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.ca

Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation
http://www.rubanrose.org/programmes/soutien.php

National Cancer Institute (NCI) USA
National Cancer Institute of Canada (NCIC)


Research

Canadian Breast Cancer Research Alliance

International Society of Lymphology

The Lymphatic Research Foundation

McGill Lymphedema Research Program

 

DISCLAIMER: This site is for information and community support only, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care. Always seek the advice of your physician with any question about a health problem or medical condition. This site also includes links to websites providing information about lymphedema, but the LAQ cannot be responsible for the content of those sites.

Copyright © 2008 Infolympho, all rights reserved.